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I'm going to university and applying for a grant/bursary. Will I lose my UC?
delise1
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Dear sir/Madam
I am planning to go to university this September I will be applying for both grant and bursary can someone help and let me know if I will lose my universal credit with limited capability for work. I also get PIP Enchanced daily living and mobility. I am very worried about this because I have a young daughter thanks in advance.
Delise1
I am planning to go to university this September I will be applying for both grant and bursary can someone help and let me know if I will lose my universal credit with limited capability for work. I also get PIP Enchanced daily living and mobility. I am very worried about this because I have a young daughter thanks in advance.
Delise1
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Your UC claim can continue but there will be deductions for your student income during months in which you are treated as receiving it. Therefore what is payable will depend on your circumstances.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/universal-credit-and-students
The rules around student finance are complicated. Full DWP internal guidance is here
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/907998/admh6.pdf
Information I post is for England unless otherwise stated. Rules may be different in other parts of UK. -
Hi @delise1 Good luck with starting university! What are you intending on studying? I hope it goes well.
In addition to the advice received, bear in mind that Disability Rights UK have a free Disabled Students Helpline who you can speak to about any related issues.
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